The Workhouse Girl

Author : Dilly Court
Publisher : Random House
ISBN 13 : 1446456218
Total Pages : 484 pages
Book Rating : 4.17/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Workhouse Girl written by Dilly Court and published by Random House. This book was released on 2013-06-06 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Circumstances force eight-year-old Sarah and her widowed mother to enter the notorious St Giles and St George’s Workhouse. When her mother dies in childbirth, the independent-minded Sarah falls foul of the workhouse master, Trigg and his cruel wife. Sarah’s ordeal seems to be over when a sugar mill owner takes her into his home. But her wealthy benefactor reports Trigg and his wife. And blaming Sarah for their misfortune, in a fit of revenge, the couple decide to take the law into their own hands.

Author : Lynn Johnson
Publisher : Hera books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1912973405
Total Pages : 385 pages
Book Rating : 4.08/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Girl From the Workhouse written by Lynn Johnson and published by Hera books Ltd. This book was released on 2020-02-18 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ‘an emotional, captivating read which is perfect for anyone who loves a good saga!’ Over The Rainbow Book Blog Even in the darkest of times, she never gave up hope Staffordshire, 1911. Ginnie Jones’s childhood is spent in the shadow of the famous Potteries, living with her mother, father and older sister Mabel. But with Father’s eyesight failing, money is in short supply, and too often the family find their bellies aching with hunger. With no hope in sight, Ginnie is sent to Haddon Workhouse. Separated from everything she has known, Ginnie has to grow up fast, earning her keep by looking after the other children with no families of their own. When she meets Clara and Sam, she hopes that she has made friends for life... until tragedy strikes, snatching away her newfound happiness. Leaving Haddon three years later, Ginnie finds work as a mouldrunner at the Potteries, but never stops thinking about her friends in the workhouse – especially Sam, now a caring, handsome young man. When Sam and Ginnie are reunited, their bond is as strong as ever – until Sam is sent to fight in WW1. Faced with uncertainty, can Ginnie find the joy that she’s never had? Or will her heart be broken once again? An emotional, uplifting and nostalgic family saga that will make you smile, while tugging on your heart-strings. Fans of Sheila Newberry Kitty Neale and Sheila Riley will love this beautiful read. Readers are loving The Girl from the Workhouse: ‘A poignant, emotional and heart-wrenching read...best read with a box of tissues handy’ Bookish Jottings ‘This truly was a fabulous story from beginning to end and I struggled to put it down!... richly detailed, beautifully written and the storyline along with the characters was enthralling’ Rose is Reading ‘heartbreaking, emotive and well researched...This is an easy,enjoyable and informative read, recommended for lovers of historical fiction.’ Waggy Tales ‘I highly recommend reading this and being transported back in time. An excellent historical fiction that had me compulsively turning the pages.’ Books and Bookends ‘Overall, I loved it. There were lots of moments that made me gasp and others that almost made me cry, and then there were those that made me smile and sigh.’ Jess Bookish Life ‘heartwarming and emotional. I absolutely love the story line...I really enjoyed the setting and the characters. If you enjoy historical fiction, this is definitely a book to read!’ Jessica Belmont Book Reviews ‘I’m quite astonished this is a debut novel... The characters came alive on the page, and it’s a fully rounded story... A fabulous read’ Grace J Reviewerlady ‘an emotional, captivating read which is perfect for anyone who loves a good saga!... a fantastic read that quickly drew me into the story and kept my interest throughout with its fabulous plot.’ Over The Rainbow Book Blog ‘Ginnie is a likeable character from the off... I cried at some of the heartache she saw, and was so pleased with every small moment of happiness. You won’t be able to put this one down.’ Jennifer C Wilson ‘the author winds her story around your person and snares your heart... Though filled with much darkness and despair, there is also hope and love’ Insatiable Readers ‘Johnson has a Cookson flair...she does capture the heart and soul of her characters.’ Cheryl M-M Book Reviews ‘a step back in time with a young protagonist who pulled on my heart strings...The friendship between her and Sam was especially heartwarming. I really enjoyed my first introduction to this author’ By The Letter Book Reviews

Author : Jessica Stirling
Publisher : Hodder & Stoughton
ISBN 13 : 1444744852
Total Pages : 534 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Workhouse Girl written by Jessica Stirling and published by Hodder & Stoughton. This book was released on 2012-01-19 with total page 534 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To Cassie Armitage and her well-to-do family, Robert Montague seems a perfect suitor: a distinguished preacher with a glamorous past and impressive connections. Only after marriage will trusting and idealistic Cassie discover that Montague is not all that he seems. Nancy Winfield, born to the workhouse and betrayed by her protectors, is quick to recognize the preacher’s evil intentions. Imprisoned in a dangerous marriage and deceived by her sister, Cassie finds an ally in Nancy, and a friend in widower Allan Hunter, who is a victim of Montague’s twisted schemes. Beneath the surface of Cassie’s staid existence perverse and deadly passion run deep, threatening a tragedy that only Nancy Winfield’s loyalty – and Cassie’s courage – can prevent

Author : Simon Fowler
Publisher : Pen and Sword
ISBN 13 : 1783831510
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.17/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Workhouse written by Simon Fowler and published by Pen and Sword. This book was released on 2014-09-11 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The stories of those who lived in the shadow of the workhouse'??During the nineteenth century the workhouse cast a shadow over the lives of the poor. The destitute and the desperate sought refuge within its forbidding walls. And it was an ever-present threat if poor families failed to look after themselves properly. As a result a grim mythology has grown up about the horrors of the 'house' and the mistreatment meted out to the innocent pauper. ??In this fully-updated and revised edition of his bestselling book, Simon Fowler takes a fresh look at the workhouse and the people who sought help from it. He looks at how the system of the Poor Law _ of which the workhouse was a key part _ was organised and the men and women who ran the workhouses or were employed to care for the inmates.??But above all this is the moving story of the tens of thousands of children, men, women and the elderly who were forced to endure grim conditions to survive in an unfeeling world.??'A poignant account ... draws powerfully on letters from The National Archives ... [Simon Fowler] brings out the horror, but it is fair-minded to those struggling to be humane within an inhumane system,' The Independent??'A good introduction,' The Guardian.??The history of workhouses and poverty ('misery history') has recently been prominently covered on TV shows like WDYTYA? and ITV's Secrets from the Workhouse, and referenced in historical dramas like The Village and Ripper Street.

Author : Dilly Court
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781784751708
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Author : Alan Gallop
Publisher : The History Press
ISBN 13 : 0752486977
Total Pages : 160 pages
Book Rating : 4.70/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Life in a Victorian Workhouse written by Alan Gallop and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2012-05-30 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What was it like in a Victorian Workhouse? Was the food really as bad as we imagine? Take a step back in time with Alan Gallop and ask yourself if you could have survived in such harsh conditions.

Author : Diana Athill
Publisher : House of Anansi
ISBN 13 : 1770890610
Total Pages : 210 pages
Book Rating : 4.19/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Midsummer Night in the Workhouse written by Diana Athill and published by House of Anansi. This book was released on 2011 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of stories originally published in the 1950s through the 1970s focuses on the sexual experiences of women.

Author : Lynette Rees
Publisher : Boldwood Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1805490087
Total Pages : 274 pages
Book Rating : 4.81/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Workhouse Girl written by Lynette Rees and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2024-05-31 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Once a workhouse girl, always a workhouse girl... Enid Hardcastle has always had a hard life, but when her family can’t make ends meet and are moved to the workhouse, it feels like things can’t get any worse. But luckily for Enid, her friendship with local boy Jimmy gives her the strength she needs. Also from the cold, hard streets of Merthyr, Jimmy has made his name as an entrepreneur, repairing boots and hand-delivering them to the fine people of the town. Enid has seen for herself that you can make a better life for yourself, so with Jimmy’s help, she sets about trying to save her family. But there are even darker places than the workhouse, and as the rumour mill churns, it appears there’s an even more dangerous fate she will need to avoid... An emotional and nostalgic historical saga that will have you turning pages, engrossed. Perfect for fans of Sheila Newberry and Lynn Johnson. Praise for Lynette Rees: 'A touching and at times heart-rending story' Rosie Clarke 'A Victorian saga that will definitely appeal to fans of Rosie Goodwin' Lizzie Lane 'The Winter Waif flows from the heart, and is rich in period detail. Another fabulously enjoyable read from Lynette Rees, I loved it.' Sheila Riley 'A gripping historical saga well worth reading!' AnneMarie Brear 'From the first page to the last, Betsan’s story is a gripping tale of love prevailing despite hardship. Lynette Rees has done it again! Brilliant!' Mary Wood

Author : Holly Green
Publisher : Random House
ISBN 13 : 1473551102
Total Pages : 448 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Workhouse Girl written by Holly Green and published by Random House. This book was released on 2020-01-09 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Can she escape her past? Patty Jenkins has come a long way from her poverty-stricken days in Brownlow workhouse. She now has a coveted position in the kitchens at Freeman's Department store in Liverpool and even the prospect of advancement. For Patty has always enjoyed baking and her flair for it has caught the attention of the store owner who intends to have her create elaborate cakes and pastries to serve at afternoon tea to Freeman's clientele. But when you're a workhouse girl you can never quite forgive your past and when you've fallen on hard times before, you're always aware how easy it is to lose everything...

Author : Cathy Sharp
Publisher : HarperCollins
ISBN 13 : 0008286698
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Barefoot Child (The Children of the Workhouse, Book 2) written by Cathy Sharp and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2019-05-16 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The heart-breaking and compelling new book set in a Victorian workhouse from the author of the The Orphans of Halfpenny Street